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Senator Wyden’s letter aims to scrutinize the Trump administration’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein’s financial relationships. The letter follows Bondi’s statement dismissing the existence of an Epstein “client list,” fueling suspicions of hidden information about his activities. Wyden’s tactic, despite the unlikelihood of DOJ action, serves to inform the public and expose failures in oversight. Specifically, the letter urges investigation of Epstein’s Treasury Department records, which Wyden’s office has been reviewing for years, including thousands of pages viewed privately in 2024.
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Newly discovered archival footage and photos provide fresh details on Donald Trump’s past relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, including Epstein’s previously unknown attendance at Trump’s 1993 wedding to Marla Maples. Footage from a 1999 Victoria’s Secret fashion event shows Trump and Epstein interacting, further illustrating their connection. These revelations, predating Epstein’s known legal issues, come amidst renewed scrutiny of Trump’s association with Epstein and follow the Justice Department’s handling of related files. Trump has denied any wrongdoing and downplayed the significance of the relationship.
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The current political landscape is dominated by efforts to deflect from the Epstein scandal. House Speaker Mike Johnson shut down the House of Representatives to avoid further votes related to the case. Simultaneously, the White House released FBI files on Martin Luther King, Jr., likely as a distraction, despite the files being based on illegal surveillance and potentially containing false information. Furthermore, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche is reportedly meeting with Ghislaine Maxwell, while Trump is pursuing new investigations, including accusations of treason against Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama. This focus on these alternative narratives effectively aims to overshadow the Epstein case.
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Newly surfaced photos from CNN show Jeffrey Epstein at Donald Trump’s 1993 wedding to Marla Maples, sparking a reaction from the former president. Trump dismissed the report as “fake news” and has consistently distanced himself from Epstein, while also questioning the existence of related documents. The photos, taken decades ago, also show Trump and Epstein at a Harley Davidson Cafe opening, along with a 1999 video of them at a Victoria’s Secret fashion show. The White House has stated that these are out-of-context images, while Republicans Against Trump suggest that further damaging information is likely to emerge.
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In 2015, as Trump launched his presidential bid, Jeffrey Epstein began discussing his relationship with Trump, a valuable source for writers. By 2017, Epstein and Steve Bannon, sharing a mutual disdain for Trump, became close friends. Epstein reportedly referred to Trump as a “moron” and was quoted saying that he believed Trump had turned him in to authorities. Bannon admitted he feared Epstein, who allegedly knew dangerous secrets about Trump. Epstein sent Wolff a cryptic message before his death on August 10, 2019, the circumstances of which have fueled conspiracy theories, due to inconsistencies.
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The House of Representatives is cutting its session short and heading into recess early due to mounting pressure regarding the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing for a vote to force the release of these files, fueling frustration and hindering the progression of other legislation. Speaker Mike Johnson maintains that the Trump administration needs time to carefully handle the file’s release while Democrats are using the files as a political weapon. Despite the early departure, some Republican lawmakers believe the resolution has the votes to pass if it comes to a vote.
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House paralyzed over Epstein files for 2nd week in a row – it’s a real head-scratcher, isn’t it? You’ve got this incredibly sensitive situation, potentially explosive information, and yet the wheels of government seem to have ground to a halt. It’s like everyone’s holding their breath, waiting to see what happens next. This isn’t about achieving any meaningful progress for the average American, as some might argue. The focus seems to be on strategic maneuvers and keeping the status quo, which is hardly the kind of leadership you want when such crucial information is at stake.
The core issue seems to revolve around a reluctance to address the potential involvement of powerful individuals, a situation that’s been going on for quite some time.… Continue reading
A recently resurfaced video depicts Donald Trump as a judge in a 1991 Elite Modeling “Look of the Year” competition, raising concerns given Elite’s history of alleged misconduct and exploitation of young models. The video’s emergence coincides with renewed scrutiny of Trump’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein and the ongoing controversy surrounding the handling of the “Epstein Files”. Further compounding these concerns are past allegations of Trump’s inappropriate behavior with models, including a claim from a past partner. These claims come after Trump was found liable for sexual abuse of writer E. Jean Caroll in a dressing room in 1996, and ordered to pay millions in damages.
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